Book Reviews
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Short Book Reviews
In September 2007 I began writing book reviews and posting them on my Book Review Blog. This lens details some of the features of Book Review Blog, how I write reviews, what type of books I review and links to some sources of free books and a tutorial on how to write book reviews.
Increasingly, I receive books from publishers and self-published authors who wish to have their books reviewed and a little publicity. I am always happy to help authors publicize their books, particularly new and self-published authors, and authors can find details on how to get there book reviewed from this lens.
Book Poll - What Is Your Reading Preference?
Whilst their are countless numbers of literary genres, all books fall into two basic categories; fiction or non-fiction. Here is your chance to vote for your favourite. Personally, whilst I enjoy reading the occasional non-fictional book, I far prefer reading fictional stories - a form of escapism I guess.
My Book Reviews - How I Review A Book
On Book Review Blog I post reviews that I have written myself which reflect my honest opinion of the book.
The book reviews are fairly short, usually three or four paragraphs in length, and give a brief idea and opinion of the plot, some comments on the writing style and characters in the book. Finally, I say whether I would recommend it and to whom, as well as giving the book a score out of ten.
Each book review also contains a link to Amazon where the book can be purchased.
Books by AuthorAll the books I have reviewed, listed in alphabetical order, by author.
Click on the link to see the reviewed books, listed - books by author.
Books by TitleAll the books I have reviewed, listed in alphabetical order, by title.
Click on the link to see the reviewed books, listed - books by title.
What Type of Books Do I Review? - Books Of All Genres
On Book Review Blog I review a wide range of books. I review both fiction and non-fiction, adult and children's books; in fact anything that I have read - books of all genres from The Sneetches by Dr Seuss to Candide by Voltaire.Some Other Books I Have Reviewed
A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking
Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie
Tintin In Congo by Herge
A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess
Earth In The Balance by Al Gore
The types of books I review reflects the fact that I have been reading and collecting books since I was a child and have been interested in a wide variety of subjects. It also reflects the fact that I receive a wide variety of books from authors and publishers for review.
An Example Book Review
The Book With No Name by Anonymous
The Book With No Name is a dark story about a town where mysterious murders occur regularly but are infrequently solved by the police. A tale of dastardly characters, extreme violence and a compelling mystery which will excite some readers and alienate others.
This tale is full of cliched characters, hackneyed themes and obviously steals from many other books and movies but somehow manages to combine thse into an extremely enthralling book. The Book With No Name begins with a massacre and provides a litany of similar violence throughout but builds an intriguing mystery from the start which makes the reader turn the pages fiercely.
One of the strengths of The Book With No Name is the huge number of very memorable and over-the-top characters that either come from or would fit straight into a movie; Rodeo Rex, Elvis, The Bourbon Kid, El Santino, Sanchez The Barman, Jefe The Bountyhunter and many others are among some of the most colourful, amusing and, amazingly, likeable characters of any book I have ever read.
Although some of the dialogue is fairly cliched and the themes quite unoriginal, the author manages to ravel a compelling plot, one which revolves around a magical jewel, a book which once read results in death and mysterious monks.
The Book With No Name is a literary smorgasbord of memorable characters, violence, swearing, plot themes and even the obligatory vampires, but one of the most enjoyable and memorable books I have read in a long time.
The Book With No Name: A Novel (Probably)
Amazon Price: $4.98 (as of 05/30/2012)
I would recommend The Book With No Name to readers who enjoy riotous and action-packed stories full of interesting and exaggerated characters. Don't expect a literary masterpiece but do expect a lot of fun.
Score: 9/10
Get Your Book Reviewed
Send me your book and I will review it
For authors, publishers and other book distributors I am very happy to review any books sent to me.When I receive a book I will create one entry on the blog for it entitled, "Books to be Reviewed: Your Title by You" with some promotional text, an image and a link to any specified website; the image to the right shows what it would look like.
After reading the book I will post a short, honest review of it. Authors who send me their books will never receive a hostile review, although it will be reviewed honsetly; I cannot guarantee a good review but will criticise politely and try to highlight any good points.
Books that I receive will also be featured on this squidoo lens - Authors, send me your books for review.
For further details please see the Book Review Blog: Get Your Book Reviewed.
Latest Entries on BookReviewBlog.co.uk
The most recent updates of my book review blog.
Free Books
That's right, books for nothing!
On Book Review Blog I have created a page of links to websites where books are offered, online for no charge: Free books!.Many of these free books are best-selling classics that have stood the test of time and remain favourites; they are available online for no fee. The Books Index is one such website which has a huge number of classics available for free download.
Other sites, such as Free Library act as a place that modern authors can make their works available for free download.
Other free books can be found on book exchange websites such as Paperback Swap.
How To Write a Book Review
Writing Book Reviews is not Easy
Before creating my book review blog I had no prior experience of writing reviews. However, with a little thought and application and the help of various websites, I found it a relatively easy affair to write short and informative book reviews.Check out this short guide to writing book reviews that I found helpful: How to wite a book review.
Are Book Reviews Helpful?
My Other Book Related Lenses
Books, books and more books
This is the current list of my ever-growing collection of book-related lenses. Please visit a few of them.
Review This Lens On Book Reviews
Your chance to be the reviewer.
Let me know if you have visited Book Review Blog. Maybe you have reviewed books yourself and would like to share them? Please let me know here or just say what your favourite book is.
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Tolovaj
Jul 28, 2011 @ 5:35 am | delete
- I have a blog about picture books we read. It is not typical book review blog where we can read just praisesbecauseI found more than half of picture book not good enough. Itis written in Slovene language. I'll check your blog and see how you manage:) All the best!
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grandmamarilyn
May 24, 2011 @ 1:22 pm | delete
- I am interested in starting book reviewing. I found out about this and really love the idea. I am at present trying to find out all I can and then I will start reviewing books.
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Angie
Jul 26, 2010 @ 3:31 pm | delete
- I love book reviews and get most of my reading ideas from them. Enjoying a look at your site, as I came across it today!
I just started a book review log. I would like to ask you to stop by and give it a look. I am looking for advice for those who have "gone before". Please let me know if you have any advice for me...
Many thanks,
Angie
www.boundtogetherforgood.blogspot.com
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thriller4u
May 8, 2010 @ 1:07 pm | delete
- Very good lens. Will have to read more books to review 'em :)
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Acknowledgements
Thanks for the critique
Thank you to lensmaster KarenTBTEN who offered some very useful critique on this lens.
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